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April 30, 2008
Management Professor Wins UT's Highest Honor
Management Professor Wins UT's Highest Honor
April 25, 2008
Exhibition of Innovative Student Artwork at UT
Exhibition of Innovative Student Artwork at UT
April 22, 2008
UT Students Film Hollywood-Style Production
UT Students Film Hollywood-Style Production
May 7, 2008 - May 9, 2008
BFA Exit Show
BFA Exit Show
May 9, 2008
May Graduation Reception
May Graduation Reception
May 10, 2008
Residence Halls Close for Underclassmen
Residence Halls Close for Underclassmen
UT in the News
Education Fund for Latin Players Quietly Changes Lives
The New York Times
May 5, 2008
Jesus Barroso, a UT student from Panama and member of the baseball team, was featured in this story as one of many Latin students who have been able to attend college in the U.S. through the Latin Athletes Education Fund. The story noted that Barroso is "a junior in Tampa's well-regarded international business program." Full Story
Reviving the Vanished Voice of Poetry
Washington Post
May 5, 2008
Martha Serpas, associate professor of English, was quoted in this story about the ability of young people to create poetry without having it become an overly complex art. Full Story
Political Scientist Predicts Democratic Floor Fight for President
ABC Action News
April 23, 2008
Scott Paine, associate professor of government and world affairs, was featured in this story in which he predicts that the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will be decided at the party's national convention. Full Story
Five Questions With UT's Ashley Arcuri
The Tampa Tribune
April 19, 2008
University of Tampa softball player Ashley Arcuri was recently interviewed about her previous experiences as a softball player at Auburn University and her subsequent transfer to UT. Full Story
Hair Cuts for a Cause!
Tampa Bay's 10 News
April 18, 2008
A Locks of Love charity event at UT, in which students donated lengths of their hair, was the subject of this video story. The event, organized by UT's student volunteer organization PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience), resulted in the collection of 160 inches of hair to be made into wigs for children with cancer and other illnesses. Full Story
The event was also featured in this article:
Locks of Love Gathers Hair for Sick Kids Who Lost Theirs
The Tampa Tribune
April 18, 2008
Message on a Bottle: Own Your Own, Don't Recycle
CNBC
April 18, 2008
UT's student volunteer organization, PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience), was mentioned in this CNBC news report as one of many organizations on college campuses that is encouraging the use of reusable water bottles. In order to help reduce the number of wasted plastic bottles, PEACE is donating a free reusable bottle to every student who gives them 10 plastic water bottles to recycle. Full Story
The Dragon of Cape Coral
The Washington Post
April 18, 2008
Todd Campbell, assistant professor of biology, was quoted in this story about the potential for an uncontrolled spread of Nile monitor lizards, an invasive species, in the state of Florida. Full Story
University of Tampa Students Win Investing Competition
St. Petersburg Times
April 4, 2008
This article highlights UT students who placed first in a global money management competition for their handling of a $150,000 UT investment fund as part of UT's applied investment management class. Dr. Marcus Ingram, associate professor of finance and the fund's faculty adviser, is quoted about the about how UT was able to compete well against larger schools in the competition. Full Story
Guest Column: Learning Goes Way Beyond the Classroom
River Falls Journal
March 28, 2008
University of Tampa sophomore Ellery McCardle wrote this guest column for her hometown newspaper in River Falls, WI. In it, McCardle details her experience as a student journalist covering Republican presidential candidate John McCain's visit to UT. Full Story
Rich U.S. College Endowments Lure Student Athletes From Abroad
International Herald Tribune
March 18, 2008
The University of Tampa is mentioned in this article as an example of an American university that is able to offer international athletes scholarships, compared to European schools that are often unable to do so. The article quotes Larry Marfise, UT's athletics director, as well as Christopher Ewing, a former UT soccer player who now runs a company that matches European athletes with U.S. colleges and universities. Full Story
Local College Students on Alternative Spring Break
Bay News 9
March 9, 2008
This story detailed plans by the student volunteer group PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience) to assist with Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts as part of its annual alternative spring break. Full Story
Amendments Would Give Hillsborough a Mayor, Change How it's Run
St. Petersburg Times
March 2, 2008
Scott Paine, associate professor of government and world affairs, was quoted in this article about a proposal to create the position of mayor for Hillsborough County and the effect this would have on local government. Full Story
UT Shark Expert Gives Advice in Maxim
March 2008
Dan Huber, visiting instructor of biology and a shark expert, was quoted in the March issue of Maxim magazine on how to scare off a shark. “Hitting a shark in the tip of the snout is the best thing to do,” Huber said. “...A blow in that area will scramble them up.”
A Hit Man? Here?
St. Petersburg Times
Feb. 8, 2008
This article, which details the making of a movie titled "The Messenger" that is being filmed in the Tampa Bay area, mentions University of Tampa students Kelsey Stroop and Anthony Rosa, who worked as interns on the film's set. Full Story
Tampa Professor Studies What Makes Ads Like "Magic Fridge" Memorable
The Tampa Tribune
Feb. 3, 2008
Dr. Stephen Blessing, assistant professor of psychology, was featured in this article about a study he conducted on the effectiveness of Super Bowl advertisements. The study examined the cognitive psychological factors that influence how well viewers remember the commercials. Full Story
Blessing's study was also the subject of the following articles:
'Wining' Trumps Screaming in Analysis of Super Bowl Ads
Miller-McCune
Feb. 6, 2008
This is Your Brain on Super Bowl Ads
The Ottawa Citizen
Feb. 2, 2008
Predicting Super Bowl Winners - Among Ads
Miller-McCune
Feb. 2, 2008
A Downside to Funny Super Bowl Ads
Media Life Magazine
Jan. 30, 2008
Do Super Bowl Ads Work?
Tampa Bay's 10 News
Jan. 23, 2008
Tuition Money Threatened
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Feb. 1, 2008
Barbara Strickler, vice president of enrollment, was quoted in this article about the effect that a proposed cut of the Florida Residents Access Grant (FRAG) from the state budget would have on The University of Tampa. Full Story
Your Tax Rebate Decision: Buy Smiles Or Peace of Mind
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 30, 2008
Joel Jankowski, associate professor of finance, was among a group of financial experts quoted in this article about suggested ways for individuals to use government stimulus checks. In the article, Jankowski advises individuals to use the extra money for college savings funds, retirement plans, insurance and other long-term financial needs. Full Story
Economy talk may challenge McCain in Fla.
Dan Nowicki
The Arizona Republic
Jan. 26, 2008
This article mentions Senator and presidential candidate John McCain’s roundtable discussion at the University of Tampa on Jan. 26, 2008. Similar articles appeared in The Tampa Tribune, St. Petersburg Times, Bay News 9 and Tampa Bay’s 10 News. Full Story
PHOTO - John McCain at the University of Tampa on Jan. 26, 2008
Charles Dharapak
The Associated Press
Similar photos appeared in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Los Angeles Times, International Business Times, Commercial Appeal (TN), Examiner.com, Palm Beach Post, San Jose Mercury News, Seattle Post-Intelligencer and The Washington Post.
UT Receives $3 Million Gift
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 25, 2008
This article detailed alumnus Frank Urso's gift of $3 million to The
University of Tampa. In recognition of the gift, UT plans to rename Kennedy Place, one of the newest residence halls, the Frank P. Urso, M.D. Hall. Full Story
Similar stories:
UT Grad Donates $3 Million to School
St. Petersburg Times
Jan. 25, 2008
Amendment One Simply is a Bad Idea
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 25, 2008
Michael Weeks, assistant professor of management, wrote this op-ed piece for The Tampa Tribune about why he thinks Florida Amendment One, which amends the current Save Our Homes property tax cap, would do more harm than good to the state's tax system. Full Story
Urso Does It His Way as UT Aims for 3rd Title
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 23, 2008
The University of Tampa baseball team and its head coach Joe Urso were the focus of this article, which highlights the team's strengths as they prepare for the new season. The article notes that the team is ranked No. 1 in the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper preseason poll as they attempt to capture the national title for the third year in a row. Full Story
International Financial Markets’ Impact on the U.S. Consumer
Bay News 9
Jan. 22, 2008
Frank Ghannadian, dean of the University of Tampa's John H. Sykes College of
Business, explained in this segment how the volatility of the international
financial markets may affect U.S. consumers. “As a result of what’s going on
in the American economy, the world is in a panic that Americans are not
going to buy as much as before from them, which means they will be
discounting more of their goods and services in the future,” Ghannadian said
in the segment.
Students Remember MLK by Volunteering
Tampa Bay's 10 News
Jan. 21, 2008
This story covered student participation in The University of Tampa's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Participants in the annual event honor Dr. King with a variety of community service projects. Full Story
Similar Stories:
Making Sure Dr. King's Dream Lives ON
Bay News 9
Jan. 22, 2008
Students Honor King with Service
WUSF
Jan. 21, 2008
What's Next for Glide Inventor?
The Cincinnati Enquirer
Jan. 21, 2008
Joseph McCann, management professor and director of The University of Tampa's TECO Energy Center for Leadership, was quoted in this article about the future of W.L. Gore & Associates, a manufacturing company. Full Story
UT Alumnus Chosen to be Mexico's Interior Minister
University of Tampa alumnus Juan Camilo Mourino was featured prominently in numerous news media outlets after he was named interior minister in the government of Mexican President Felipe Calderon. Mourino previously served as chief of the president’s office and led Calderon’s 2006 campaign for the presidency.
Mexico Gets New Domestic Security Chief
Associated Press
Jan. 16, 2008
The story was also featured in The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Reuters and Bloomberg
Florida Stories
WUSF
Jan. 11, 2008
Joe Russo, an alumnus of the Class of 1950, was recently featured as a guest on Florida Stories - a WUSF radio program. Russo's daughter, Tina, interviewed him about his military service during World War II, his subsequent enrollment at The University of Tampa, and his participation in a promotional film for Tampa's cigar industry. Full Story
On The Move
St. Petersburg Times
Jan. 13, 2008
Dr. Ronald L. Vaughn, president of The University of Tampa, was mentioned in this article for his receipt of the H.L. Culbreath Profile in Leadership Award. Full Story
The Party's Over Now Get Back to Work (on Yourself)
The Tampa Tribune
Dec. 31, 2007
Matthew Eriksen, associate professor of management, commented in this article on the need for self-reflection in order to achieve career success. The article provides a rundown of several suggested New Year's resolutions for individuals looking to strengthen their careers. Full Story
Bay Area Universities Facing Big Challenge
Bay News 9
Dec. 30, 2007
Barbara Strickler, UT's vice president of enrollment, was quoted in this story about a recent increase in applicants to Tampa-area universities. Strickler noted that UT has received a record number of applicants this year, with 90 percent of applications having been submitted online. Full Story
Give the Gift of Overcoming and Sharing
ScrippsNews
Dec. 24, 2007
Recent UT graduate Francesca Yabraian was profiled in this article. The article highlighted her speech at December's commencement ceremony and detailed her lifelong struggles to overcome personal and academic difficulties. Full Story
A Shining Beacon
The Tampa Tribune
Dec. 19, 2007
Plant Hall, the University of Tampa's most recognizable landmark, was the subject of this article, which examined the University's efforts to preserve the historic building. Full Story
It Was All Green at the Tampa Auto Show
St. Petersburg Times
Nov. 12, 2007
Erika Matulich, associate professor of marketing, commented in this article on the rise of "green advertising" in recent years. The article discusses the presence of environmentally-friendly vehicles at the Tampa Bay International Auto Show. Full Story
The People Behind the Questions
Tampa Bay Times
Nov. 8, 2007
UT senior Francesca Yabraian was the subject of an article in the Tampa Bay Times, which noted her participation in the CNN/YouTube question-taking event that was held at UT for the Nov. 28 Republican presidential debate. The article details Yabraian's lifelong personal and academic struggles and mentions that she will be a speaker at December's commencement ceremonies.
National Retailer Creates Strategic Learning Opportunity on Tampa Campus
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Oct. 30, 2007
This article details a program in which executives with Target Corp. sought creative business solutions from University of Tampa students. Students in the John Sykes College of Business class Practical Strategic Assessment were presented with two case studies on how Target can recruit top hourly and executive team members and on how the company can use technology to increase grocery sales at its SuperTarget stores. Target will ultimately choose the best business proposal. Full Story
Similar stories appeared in:
St. Petersburg Times
Talk of the Bay: Raid puts hold on Wellcare expansion
Oct. 31, 2007
Keeping Your Cool in the Face of Homework
TBO.com
Nov. 1, 2007
Merrie Tankersley, instructor of Education, was interviewed for this story about strategies parents can use in helping their children handle homework in the primary grades. Full Story
Homelessness Panel Kicks Off Hunger and Homelessness Week at UT
WMNF
Nov. 5, 2007
The Faces of Homelessness Panel, an annual event organized by student volunteer group P.E.A.C.E. (People Exploring Active Community Experiences), was detailed in this article. The panel is one of several events P.E.A.C.E. organizes as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Week. Full Story
UT Nursing Student Named a 2007 Health Care Hero for Work with Organ Donation
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Oct. 12, 2007
The New York Times
May 5, 2008
Jesus Barroso, a UT student from Panama and member of the baseball team, was featured in this story as one of many Latin students who have been able to attend college in the U.S. through the Latin Athletes Education Fund. The story noted that Barroso is "a junior in Tampa's well-regarded international business program." Full Story
Reviving the Vanished Voice of Poetry
Washington Post
May 5, 2008
Martha Serpas, associate professor of English, was quoted in this story about the ability of young people to create poetry without having it become an overly complex art. Full Story
Political Scientist Predicts Democratic Floor Fight for President
ABC Action News
April 23, 2008
Scott Paine, associate professor of government and world affairs, was featured in this story in which he predicts that the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will be decided at the party's national convention. Full Story
Five Questions With UT's Ashley Arcuri
The Tampa Tribune
April 19, 2008
University of Tampa softball player Ashley Arcuri was recently interviewed about her previous experiences as a softball player at Auburn University and her subsequent transfer to UT. Full Story
Hair Cuts for a Cause!
Tampa Bay's 10 News
April 18, 2008
A Locks of Love charity event at UT, in which students donated lengths of their hair, was the subject of this video story. The event, organized by UT's student volunteer organization PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience), resulted in the collection of 160 inches of hair to be made into wigs for children with cancer and other illnesses. Full Story
The event was also featured in this article:
Locks of Love Gathers Hair for Sick Kids Who Lost Theirs
The Tampa Tribune
April 18, 2008
Message on a Bottle: Own Your Own, Don't Recycle
CNBC
April 18, 2008
UT's student volunteer organization, PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience), was mentioned in this CNBC news report as one of many organizations on college campuses that is encouraging the use of reusable water bottles. In order to help reduce the number of wasted plastic bottles, PEACE is donating a free reusable bottle to every student who gives them 10 plastic water bottles to recycle. Full Story
The Dragon of Cape Coral
The Washington Post
April 18, 2008
Todd Campbell, assistant professor of biology, was quoted in this story about the potential for an uncontrolled spread of Nile monitor lizards, an invasive species, in the state of Florida. Full Story
University of Tampa Students Win Investing Competition
St. Petersburg Times
April 4, 2008
This article highlights UT students who placed first in a global money management competition for their handling of a $150,000 UT investment fund as part of UT's applied investment management class. Dr. Marcus Ingram, associate professor of finance and the fund's faculty adviser, is quoted about the about how UT was able to compete well against larger schools in the competition. Full Story
Guest Column: Learning Goes Way Beyond the Classroom
River Falls Journal
March 28, 2008
University of Tampa sophomore Ellery McCardle wrote this guest column for her hometown newspaper in River Falls, WI. In it, McCardle details her experience as a student journalist covering Republican presidential candidate John McCain's visit to UT. Full Story
Rich U.S. College Endowments Lure Student Athletes From Abroad
International Herald Tribune
March 18, 2008
The University of Tampa is mentioned in this article as an example of an American university that is able to offer international athletes scholarships, compared to European schools that are often unable to do so. The article quotes Larry Marfise, UT's athletics director, as well as Christopher Ewing, a former UT soccer player who now runs a company that matches European athletes with U.S. colleges and universities. Full Story
Local College Students on Alternative Spring Break
Bay News 9
March 9, 2008
This story detailed plans by the student volunteer group PEACE (People Exploring Active Community Experience) to assist with Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts as part of its annual alternative spring break. Full Story
Amendments Would Give Hillsborough a Mayor, Change How it's Run
St. Petersburg Times
March 2, 2008
Scott Paine, associate professor of government and world affairs, was quoted in this article about a proposal to create the position of mayor for Hillsborough County and the effect this would have on local government. Full Story
UT Shark Expert Gives Advice in Maxim
March 2008
Dan Huber, visiting instructor of biology and a shark expert, was quoted in the March issue of Maxim magazine on how to scare off a shark. “Hitting a shark in the tip of the snout is the best thing to do,” Huber said. “...A blow in that area will scramble them up.”
A Hit Man? Here?
St. Petersburg Times
Feb. 8, 2008
This article, which details the making of a movie titled "The Messenger" that is being filmed in the Tampa Bay area, mentions University of Tampa students Kelsey Stroop and Anthony Rosa, who worked as interns on the film's set. Full Story
Tampa Professor Studies What Makes Ads Like "Magic Fridge" Memorable
The Tampa Tribune
Feb. 3, 2008
Dr. Stephen Blessing, assistant professor of psychology, was featured in this article about a study he conducted on the effectiveness of Super Bowl advertisements. The study examined the cognitive psychological factors that influence how well viewers remember the commercials. Full Story
Blessing's study was also the subject of the following articles:
'Wining' Trumps Screaming in Analysis of Super Bowl Ads
Miller-McCune
Feb. 6, 2008
This is Your Brain on Super Bowl Ads
The Ottawa Citizen
Feb. 2, 2008
Predicting Super Bowl Winners - Among Ads
Miller-McCune
Feb. 2, 2008
A Downside to Funny Super Bowl Ads
Media Life Magazine
Jan. 30, 2008
Do Super Bowl Ads Work?
Tampa Bay's 10 News
Jan. 23, 2008
Tuition Money Threatened
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Feb. 1, 2008
Barbara Strickler, vice president of enrollment, was quoted in this article about the effect that a proposed cut of the Florida Residents Access Grant (FRAG) from the state budget would have on The University of Tampa. Full Story
Your Tax Rebate Decision: Buy Smiles Or Peace of Mind
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 30, 2008
Joel Jankowski, associate professor of finance, was among a group of financial experts quoted in this article about suggested ways for individuals to use government stimulus checks. In the article, Jankowski advises individuals to use the extra money for college savings funds, retirement plans, insurance and other long-term financial needs. Full Story
Economy talk may challenge McCain in Fla.
Dan Nowicki
The Arizona Republic
Jan. 26, 2008
This article mentions Senator and presidential candidate John McCain’s roundtable discussion at the University of Tampa on Jan. 26, 2008. Similar articles appeared in The Tampa Tribune, St. Petersburg Times, Bay News 9 and Tampa Bay’s 10 News. Full Story
PHOTO - John McCain at the University of Tampa on Jan. 26, 2008
Charles Dharapak
The Associated Press
Similar photos appeared in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Los Angeles Times, International Business Times, Commercial Appeal (TN), Examiner.com, Palm Beach Post, San Jose Mercury News, Seattle Post-Intelligencer and The Washington Post.
UT Receives $3 Million Gift
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 25, 2008
This article detailed alumnus Frank Urso's gift of $3 million to The
University of Tampa. In recognition of the gift, UT plans to rename Kennedy Place, one of the newest residence halls, the Frank P. Urso, M.D. Hall. Full Story
Similar stories:
UT Grad Donates $3 Million to School
St. Petersburg Times
Jan. 25, 2008
Amendment One Simply is a Bad Idea
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 25, 2008
Michael Weeks, assistant professor of management, wrote this op-ed piece for The Tampa Tribune about why he thinks Florida Amendment One, which amends the current Save Our Homes property tax cap, would do more harm than good to the state's tax system. Full Story
Urso Does It His Way as UT Aims for 3rd Title
The Tampa Tribune
Jan. 23, 2008
The University of Tampa baseball team and its head coach Joe Urso were the focus of this article, which highlights the team's strengths as they prepare for the new season. The article notes that the team is ranked No. 1 in the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper preseason poll as they attempt to capture the national title for the third year in a row. Full Story
International Financial Markets’ Impact on the U.S. Consumer
Bay News 9
Jan. 22, 2008
Frank Ghannadian, dean of the University of Tampa's John H. Sykes College of
Business, explained in this segment how the volatility of the international
financial markets may affect U.S. consumers. “As a result of what’s going on
in the American economy, the world is in a panic that Americans are not
going to buy as much as before from them, which means they will be
discounting more of their goods and services in the future,” Ghannadian said
in the segment.
Students Remember MLK by Volunteering
Tampa Bay's 10 News
Jan. 21, 2008
This story covered student participation in The University of Tampa's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Participants in the annual event honor Dr. King with a variety of community service projects. Full Story
Similar Stories:
Making Sure Dr. King's Dream Lives ON
Bay News 9
Jan. 22, 2008
Students Honor King with Service
WUSF
Jan. 21, 2008
What's Next for Glide Inventor?
The Cincinnati Enquirer
Jan. 21, 2008
Joseph McCann, management professor and director of The University of Tampa's TECO Energy Center for Leadership, was quoted in this article about the future of W.L. Gore & Associates, a manufacturing company. Full Story
UT Alumnus Chosen to be Mexico's Interior Minister
University of Tampa alumnus Juan Camilo Mourino was featured prominently in numerous news media outlets after he was named interior minister in the government of Mexican President Felipe Calderon. Mourino previously served as chief of the president’s office and led Calderon’s 2006 campaign for the presidency.
Mexico Gets New Domestic Security Chief
Associated Press
Jan. 16, 2008
The story was also featured in The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Reuters and Bloomberg
Florida Stories
WUSF
Jan. 11, 2008
Joe Russo, an alumnus of the Class of 1950, was recently featured as a guest on Florida Stories - a WUSF radio program. Russo's daughter, Tina, interviewed him about his military service during World War II, his subsequent enrollment at The University of Tampa, and his participation in a promotional film for Tampa's cigar industry. Full Story
On The Move
St. Petersburg Times
Jan. 13, 2008
Dr. Ronald L. Vaughn, president of The University of Tampa, was mentioned in this article for his receipt of the H.L. Culbreath Profile in Leadership Award. Full Story
The Party's Over Now Get Back to Work (on Yourself)
The Tampa Tribune
Dec. 31, 2007
Matthew Eriksen, associate professor of management, commented in this article on the need for self-reflection in order to achieve career success. The article provides a rundown of several suggested New Year's resolutions for individuals looking to strengthen their careers. Full Story
Bay Area Universities Facing Big Challenge
Bay News 9
Dec. 30, 2007
Barbara Strickler, UT's vice president of enrollment, was quoted in this story about a recent increase in applicants to Tampa-area universities. Strickler noted that UT has received a record number of applicants this year, with 90 percent of applications having been submitted online. Full Story
Give the Gift of Overcoming and Sharing
ScrippsNews
Dec. 24, 2007
Recent UT graduate Francesca Yabraian was profiled in this article. The article highlighted her speech at December's commencement ceremony and detailed her lifelong struggles to overcome personal and academic difficulties. Full Story
A Shining Beacon
The Tampa Tribune
Dec. 19, 2007
Plant Hall, the University of Tampa's most recognizable landmark, was the subject of this article, which examined the University's efforts to preserve the historic building. Full Story
It Was All Green at the Tampa Auto Show
St. Petersburg Times
Nov. 12, 2007
Erika Matulich, associate professor of marketing, commented in this article on the rise of "green advertising" in recent years. The article discusses the presence of environmentally-friendly vehicles at the Tampa Bay International Auto Show. Full Story
The People Behind the Questions
Tampa Bay Times
Nov. 8, 2007
UT senior Francesca Yabraian was the subject of an article in the Tampa Bay Times, which noted her participation in the CNN/YouTube question-taking event that was held at UT for the Nov. 28 Republican presidential debate. The article details Yabraian's lifelong personal and academic struggles and mentions that she will be a speaker at December's commencement ceremonies.
National Retailer Creates Strategic Learning Opportunity on Tampa Campus
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Oct. 30, 2007
This article details a program in which executives with Target Corp. sought creative business solutions from University of Tampa students. Students in the John Sykes College of Business class Practical Strategic Assessment were presented with two case studies on how Target can recruit top hourly and executive team members and on how the company can use technology to increase grocery sales at its SuperTarget stores. Target will ultimately choose the best business proposal. Full Story
Similar stories appeared in:
St. Petersburg Times
Talk of the Bay: Raid puts hold on Wellcare expansion
Oct. 31, 2007
Keeping Your Cool in the Face of Homework
TBO.com
Nov. 1, 2007
Merrie Tankersley, instructor of Education, was interviewed for this story about strategies parents can use in helping their children handle homework in the primary grades. Full Story
Homelessness Panel Kicks Off Hunger and Homelessness Week at UT
WMNF
Nov. 5, 2007
The Faces of Homelessness Panel, an annual event organized by student volunteer group P.E.A.C.E. (People Exploring Active Community Experiences), was detailed in this article. The panel is one of several events P.E.A.C.E. organizes as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Week. Full Story
UT Nursing Student Named a 2007 Health Care Hero for Work with Organ Donation
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Oct. 12, 2007
Robbie Brown, a University of Tampa master's-level nursing student, was named a 2007 Health Care Hero by the Tampa Bay Business Journal for her work as a recovery services specialist and critical care nurse for LifeLink of Florida. The article discusses her role with the nonprofit group, in which she consults with the families of hospital patients who are near death in order to provide information about organ donation and other end of life issues. In the article, one of Brown’s clients stated that Brown was “not just a person out doing her job — she was caring, kind and very understanding.” Full Story
Faces in the Crowd
Sports Illustrated
Oct. 12, 2007
University of Tampa volleyball player Margeaux Sinibaldi was featured in the "Faces in the Crowd" section of Sports Illustrated magazine as the Sunshine State Conference's all-time leader in digs. Full Story
Brats Don't Make the Cut with Tailgating Chef
St. Petersburg Times
Oct. 10, 2007
Daniel Buyle, an executive chef at The University of Tampa, was the subject of this article, which details his passion for cooking unique meals at the pre-game
festivities of Tampa Bay Buccaneers football games. Full Story
New Dorm Eases Growing Pains
The Tampa Tribune
Oct. 2, 2007
This article details The University of Tampa's recent growth, highlighting a 4 percent increase this fall in the total number of enrolled students. The article puts particular focus on UT’s low student-to-faculty ratio and the positive effect that Stadium Center – UT’s newest residence hall – has had on housing and amenities for the University’s on-campus students. Full Story
High Court Puts City Projects In Limbo
The Tampa Tribune
Sept. 19, 2007
Scott Paine, associate professor of communication and government and world affairs, comments on a ruling by the Florida Supreme Court that could affect some of Tampa's high-profile development projects. Full Story
The Shape of Things to Come
WTVT-Fox 13
Sept. 12, 2007
Erika Matulich, associate professor of marketing, was interviewed in this story about product packaging, specifically in regards to a redesigned milk jug being marketed by Costco Wholesale Corp. Full Story
The New Dean Scene
St. Petersburg Times
Sept. 12, 2007
Frank Ghannadian, dean of the John H. Sykes College of Business, was profiled in an article along with the deans of USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg business colleges. The article highlights Ghannadian’s plans to make The University of Tampa’s undergraduate business program stand out from programs at other schools. Full Story
UT Crocodile Expert Featured on National Geographic Channel
Sept. 10, 2007
Mason Meers, The University of Tampa's resident croc expert, talked about his research in a special on giant saltwater crocodiles that aired on National Geographic Channel Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Meers, chair of the biology department at UT, was featured in the show, "Explorer: Ultimate Crocodile," which focused on one of the nature's most successful predators. In the special, Meers discussed how the bumps on a crocodile's body may act like the dimples on a golf ball, helping the predator to travel through the water more swiftly and sneak up on unsuspecting prey. Full Story
UT professor's research on shark "bite force" received global coverage
"Handling a Bite that Feeds Him"
St. Petersburg Times
Sept., 7 2007
"Great White Shark May Not Kill with Brute Force"
MSNBC
Sept. 4, 2007
"The Real 'Jaws' Now in 3-D
Discovery Channel
July, 30, 2007
"Love at First Bite"
The Sydney Morning Herald
July 25, 2007
Dr. Dan Huber, a biology professor, is featured in local, national and, international media. Huber talks about his work with new technology that will show the maximum bite force of a great white shark.
UT's Newest Residence Hall Featured in Local Media
"UT Opens New Residence Hall"
Tampa Bay's 10 News
Sept. 6, 2007
“Funny, I don’t recall dorm food like this”
St. Petersburg Times
Aug. 31, 2007
"UT Addresses Growth With New Buildings"
The Tampa Tribune
July 27, 2007
“Making Rooms to Grow At UT”
South Tampa News and Tribune
July 21, 2007
“Florida Entrepreneur and Family Business Center Giving Business a Boost”
Bay Area Business Magazine
Sept. 2007This article features The University of Tampa’s Florida Entrepreneur Program and Family Business Center, which are located within the University’s John H. Sykes College of Business. “…These familiar Moorish domes atop the University of Tampa also represent a shining example of the entrepreneur’s can-do spirit and the endless possibilities of the ambitious businessperson,” the article states. Full Story
UT's Alcohol Program is Featured in Local Coverage
"The mandatory new class at UT: drinking"
Tampa Bay Times
Sept. 6, 2007
"UT targets alcohol trouble"
St. Petersburg Times
Sept. 3, 2007
"UT, USF Work To Cut Alcohol Abuse"
The Tampa Tribune
Aug. 27, 2007
These three articles outline The University of Tampa’s new online alcohol education course – which is geared to curbing alcohol abuse by students and is mandatory for all incoming first-year students.
Interns Gain Media Experience
Published: Aug. 9, 2007
By ELPHINA MAGONA
The Caymanian Compass
Senior communication major Mathew Yates interned at the Cayman Free Press this summer and intends to join the editorial team as a full-time journalist after graduation. Full Story
Who has more MySpace friends, you or your dog?
Published: July 5, 2007
By DALIA WHEATT
The St. Petersburg Times
Since MySpace is "a place for friends" and canine is man's best friend, it was only a matter of time before the social networking site went to the dogs. Amid the teenyboppers, rock bands and aspiring models on MySpace.com, you can also acquire friends of the four-legged variety. Full Story
Community of Joiners
Published: June 29, 2007
By ALEXANDRA ZAYAS
The St. Petersburg Times
Bellmar Shores - The idea hit Davelis "D.C." Goutoufas when he first toured a UPS store that was for sale. There were lights and security cameras throughout the store, because patrons had all-hours access to their P.O. boxes. Full Story
Employee Perks Considered Good Business at Some Area Companies
Published: June 21, 2007
By DAVE SIMANOFF
The Tampa Tribune
It's often said there's no such thing as a free lunch. But for workers at KPMG in Tampa, there are plenty of free sodas. Full Story
Summer Camp Exercises the Mind
Published: June 10, 2007
By LETITIA STEIN
The St. Petersburg Times
Tampa, Florida - Mitchell Rybak has a friction problem. He has rigged a mouse trap to a model car, with a string connecting the lever to the wheels. Snap. The vehicle sputters for a foot or two. A University of Tampa professor spins the wheels to help diagnose the problem. Full Story
Spartans Enjoy Repeat Title Party
Published: June 3, 2007
By BART O'CONNELL
The Tampa Tribune
Tampa, Florida - At some point during the all-night party at the University of Tampa's team hotel in Montgomery, Ala., on Friday night and Saturday morning, Coach Joe Urso and his staff started talking about what they and their players have accomplished. Full Story
SIGGRAPH to Feature 'Global Eyes' Art Gallery
Published: June 02, 2007
Artwork that illuminates the role the digital media plays in shaping, extending, and reflecting world views and cosmologies will be showcased throughout the SIGGRAPH 2007 Art Gallery: Global Eyes. Full Story
Don't Let The Jerks At Work Drive You Insane
Published: May 20, 2007
By DAVE SIMANOFF
The Tampa Tribune
Tampa, Florida - Jerks. Bullies. Tyrants. Schmucks. They're not just a trivial annoyance at work. Jerks demoralize co-workers, sapping productivity and nudging talented employees out the door and, quite possibly, into competitors' offices. Full Story
Cost-cutting Grads Flock Home to Save
Published: May 14, 2007
By CHRISTINA REXRODE
The St. Petersburg Times
All those "hitch your wagon to a star" commencement speeches belie this fact: The end of college often isn't the beginning of financial and domestic independence. Full Story
UT Ready to Use SMART Text Message Alert System
Published: May 11, 2007
By KEVIN GRAHAM
The St. Petersburg Times
Tampa, Florida - The University of Tampa has a new alert system in place to send text messages to student and employee cell phones in case of campus emergencies. Full Story
Nonprofit Aims to Meet Financial Work Force Needs
Published: May 4, 2007
By MARGIE MANNING
Tampa Bay Business Journal
The University of Tampa and the University of South Florida have answered the call from Financial Florida, the nonprofit focused on attracting more firms in the financial services sector to the state. Full Story
Nonprofit Targets Financial Services
Published: April 26, 2007
By DEVONA WALKER
The Herald Tribune
Tampa, Florida - A Tampa-based nonprofit group, fresh from having the financial services industry designated as "high impact" in Florida, is trying to lure more players in the sector to the state and to prepare the existing work force to fill the jobs. Full Story
Hello and Goodbye
Published: April 15, 2007
By ANGIE DROBNIC HOLAN
The St. Petersburg Times
Lisa Birnbaum started college in 1972 with a love of literature. One of her first friends was Kevin Clarke, a gay poet from New York's Greenwich Village with a gravelly voice and a boisterous outlook. The duo became a threesome when Birnbaum started dating Bruce Waite, a visual artist. Full Story
Welcome to Reality: Tough Competition for College Grads
The average college grad can expect a lot of competition for that first job. But there are some nice opportunities out there.
Published: April 15, 2007
By CHRISTINA REXRODE
The St. Petersburg Times
For college seniors everywhere, it's crunch time.
The real world, where there is no more spring break, is banging at the door. Full Story
Respected Teacher Dies at 101
Published: April 6, 2007
By AMANDA PALLESCHI
The St. Petersburg Times
Riverview, Florida - Along with a sharp wit and mischievous chuckle, Lillian Symmes was known for a deep devotion to the many students she taught during her 30 years as a teacher in Riverview. Full Story
Audit to Ensure AP Courses Tough Enough
Published: April 4, 2007
By JEFFERY S. SOLOCHEK
The St. Petersburg Times
New Port Richey, Florida - Ridgewood High School teacher Stan Boles has some homework to do over spring break this week: He's going to make sure his syllabus and course materials are up to snuff. Full Story
The University of Tampa’s Self-Employment in the Arts Conference Will Teach Artists the Business Aspects of Art
Published: April 2, 2007
(PR.com)
Tampa, Florida - The University of Tampa aims to teach emerging artists how to turn artistic passion into a living at the upcoming Self-Employment in the Arts (SEA) Conference on Saturday, April 21, 2007. The event, beginning at 9 a.m., on the 9th floor of UT’s Vaughn Center, will feature successful artists and professionals dedicated to educating artists on the tools necessary for their survival in the business world of art, including marketing, intellectual property and finance matters. Full Story
Change Comes with Each Sheet of Paper
Published: March 23, 2007
By SHARON TUBBS
The St. Petersburg Times
They say the first step to recovery is admission, so I humbly confess: I am not what you could call green. Full Story
PCRF Provides Medical Care to Maimed Palestinian and Other Arab Children
By PAT and SAMIR TWAIR
Since it was founded in 1991, the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund has provided medical treatment to 4,000 seriously ill and wounded children in the Middle East and has brought 700 youngsters to the U.S. for surgery. A video by President Jimmy Carter praising PCRF for its lifesaving work opened the Nov. 4 gala of its Southern California Chapter in the Torrance Marriott Hotel. Full Story
Nonprofits Go to Class
Their mission statements earn raves, but sometimes, their business models don't. A new program at the University of Tampa will give nonprofit leaders a crash course in business.
Published: Jan. 28, 2007
By CHRISTINA REXRODE
The St. Petersburg Times
Norrine Russell was a college professor with no plans to leave academia.
So two years ago, when she became executive director of the Ophelia Project - Tampa Bay, she had a Ph.D. in psychology but not a single business class on her resume. Full Story
University of Tampa holds Business Network Symposium
TampaGold.com
The University of Tampa held another Business Network Symposium that offered its usual list of great speakers. Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia, provided an enlightening attitude about information providing. Robert Moreyra of Atlantic American Partners addressed business and real estate funding on a major scale. Eric Newman, President of J.C. Newman Cigar Co. gave a great nostalgic view of the cigar industry, including his family's involvement. But, it was his discussion of helping to significantly improve the lives and standards of people in the Dominican Republic that really hit everyone's heart.
Full Story
Family Business Honorees are Tampa Bay Area Institutions
Published: Jan. 26, 2007
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Two Tampa Bay area businesses will be recognized at the 2007 Florida Family Business of the Year Awards at the University of Tampa.
The event is scheduled for Feb. 2. Full Story
Vaughn, the First Lady of UT
Friends recall the Illinois native's energy and honesty. She was 59.
Published: Jan. 25, 2007
By REBECCA CATALANELLO AND AMY SCHERZER
The St. Petersburg Times
Tampa, Florida - On a changing campus of 5,300 students and 440 faculty members, Martha Vaughn was constant.
She was the first lady of the University of Tampa, wife of President Ronald Vaughn. But those who know her best say she was more. Full Story
5 Easy Steps to Get Organized
Published: Jan. 11, 2007
By DAVE SIMANOFF
The Tampa Tribune
Joe Sclafani, interim dean of the University of Tampa's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, insists he's organized at work. Just not as organized as he could be. Full Story
A Super Calendar from Tony Bennett to the Sugar Plum Fairy
Published: Dec. 15, 2006
By TIMES STAFF
UT Art Show: Seniors at the University of Tampa's art department will showcase their craft with sculptures, paintings, photography and other media. 7-9 p.m.; R K Bailey Art Studios, 310 N Blvd., Tampa; free. Call 253-6217. Full Story
State Calls Shots on Bars
Published: Dec. 15, 2006
By JANET ZINK
Times Staff Writer
Tampa, Florida - The state has put the brakes on Mayor Pam Iorio's desire to do away with 3-for-1 specials and all-you-can-drink nights in Tampa bars.
